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Alpha’s Shawarma
Syrian & Lebanese shawarma, saj wraps, kebabs and Middle Eastern street food in downtown Toronto
Alpha’s Shawarma is a family-run Syrian and Lebanese shawarma restaurant with multiple locations in downtown Toronto. The family brought culinary traditions from Syria and Lebanon, along with professional kitchen experience gained in the UAE, before launching Alpha’s Shawarma in Toronto in 2022.
The menu focuses on shawarma and Middle Eastern street food, including chicken, beef and mixed shawarma served in saj wraps or plates, beef kebab, shish tawook, lamb souvlaki and falafel. Plates are available with rice or fries, fattoush salad, garlic sauce and hummus, while other menu items include kibbeh and spicy potatoes.
Alpha’s Shawarma has expanded across downtown Toronto with locations on Queen Street West, King Street West, Yonge Street near Dundas, and Queen Street near John. The restaurant offers dine-in, takeout, delivery and catering.
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